In the 2014 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Imran Tahir showcased his skills as a cricketer, particularly with his bowling. Here are the top three statistics that highlight his performance during the tournament:
Best Bowling Figures: One of his standout performances came in the match against Kings XI Punjab on May 19, 2014, where he achieved amazing bowling figures of 3 wickets for just 22 runs in his 4 overs. This performance contributed significantly to his reputation as a wicket-taker in the tournament.
Consistent Wicket-Taker: Across the matches he played, Tahir became known for his ability to claim wickets consistently. He recorded a total of 7 wickets over 6 matches in the tournament, averaging just over 18 runs per wicket, which is a remarkable statistic for a bowler in the T20 format.
Economical Bowling: Along with being a wicket-taker, Imran Tahir maintained an economical bowling rate throughout the IPL 2014. Against teams like the Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he gave away only 7 runs in his 1 over, and even in matches against stronger batting line-ups, he consistently kept the runs in check, contributing to his overall effectiveness as a bowler during the tournament.
Overall, Imran Tahir's performances in IPL 2014 highlighted his prowess as a leading spinner, making impactful contributions to his team's efforts in that season.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 0 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 3 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
